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A member asked:

Feels like i have a sore neck. when i swollow i get a sharp pain. of i push my adams apple it hurts back of neck?

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Dr. Vahe Yetimyan answered

Pharyngitis: Could be strep throat . See your doctor for throat culture.

Answered 6/8/2015

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